We are looking for a highly motivated Technician II, Surface Chemistry to join our team!
As a Technician II, Surface Chemistry, you will play a critical role in the production and development of critical reagents that will have a major impact on the medical and life science fields.
This opportunity is an onsite full-time Saturday-Wednesday contracting position based in our Fremont, CA office.
How You'll Contribute
Synthesize novel particle formulations in aqueous media
Conduct process optimizations to ensure final formulations conform to internal specifications with respect to downstream performance, stability, and reproducibility
Independently execute various reactions, assays, QCs and experiments to characterize the physicochemical properties of new and established particle formulations
Spend most working hours in the lab (90% lab work, 10% computer work)
Work in a multidisciplinary environment comprising chemists, biochemists, molecular biologists, and engineers to drive toward company goals
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Minimum AA/AS degree in chemistry, biochemistry, bioengineering, chemical engineering, materials science, or a closely related field, with relevant hands-on laboratory experience
3+ years of relevant work experience. Exceptional new undergraduates with relevant academic research experience will be considered
Proven hands-on experience working in a wet lab environment in an academic research or industry setting
Fast learner with a strong sense of urgency, a can-do attitude, and motivation to get the best out of team and co-workers. Loves and thrives in a fast-paced and demanding lab environment
Proficient and comfortable with the safe use of common chemistry lab equipment and glassware
Ability to exhibit competency with basic organic chemistry concepts and reactions
Understands the differentiation and utilization of data driven deep dives and high-level summaries as well as goal setting
Highly organized and has outstanding time and operation management abilities
Excellent communication skills and ability to adhere to company guidelines and policies
Experience with chemical or biochemical characterization methods, including any of the following but not limited to UV-vis and fluorescence spectroscopy, DLS, flow cytometry, SDS-PAGE, PCR, is a plus
Previous experience with bioconjugation chemistry and/or surface chemistry or working with micro- or nanoparticle formulations, know-how in polymer chemistry, proficiency in molecular biology and knowledge of protein chemistry is a plus
Previous experience with TFF, cross-flow filtration, reactor set up, large scale production and high cross-functional collaboration is a plus
This contracting position offers an hourly pay rate between $26/hour and $29/hour, and your actual base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.